Posts by mjreilly

  • Choosing a speargun

    Just an update... returned the 110 Omer and bought a Rob Allen 130 I guess that didn't take too long. Headed out this weekend hopefully something will swim into my spear.

  • Choosing a speargun

    Hey guys,


    Thanks for all of the advice... I went with the OMER 110 for starters and got a reel for it, went out yesterday in blue water with an experienced diving buddy, didn't see much but it was awesome....planning on getting back out there as soon as I can.


    Dan thanks for the offer but unfortunately I was gifted way to many dive direct cards for Christmas lol (non-refundable) but I when I need an upgrade I will give the store a call.



    Thanks again everyone!!

  • Choosing a speargun

    Thanks for the info guys I really appreciate it.


    Dan- no I have never used a speargun before... hate to admit it but true beginner. I just want to get started in the rite direction. I am going to be free diving.


    I went to a few local dive shops (Ft. Laud) and the selections of guns are based on what I saw there. It looks like I will be checking out some longer guns/rail guns this weekend.


    Hopefully be out on the water soon.

  • Choosing a speargun

    Hey everyone,


    I don't want to ask the most generic question on this form but I am trying to choose a speargun and I need a little direction. I will be spearfishing from a boat in Ft Lauderdale, I plan on starting shallow but eventually doing some blue water when I get my bearings. I am currently looking at some longer guns like the JBL Magnum , Riffe Padauk Competitor #1S, A.B. Biller 48 Floridian, JBL Elite Sawed-Off Magnum Speargun.....something along these lines.


    Does any one have experience with any of these guns or can help me weigh the pro's and con's (or suggest other guns you like)


    Thanks in advance guys looking forward to getting out there!


    I also plan on attaching a reel and swapping out the line for 200/250 mono. If anyone has any comments on that....

  • New Member Ft Lauderdale

    Hey all,


    I am 24 year old and I move from New Jersey to Ft Lauderdale last year to be able to go fishing year round and enjoy the weather. I do a lot of fly fishing and spin on the weekends from my 17 foot boat. I recently took up spearfish in the past month or so because I really want to get in the water and explore. I am really excited to hone my skills and enjoy fishing to the fullest.


    Regards,


    Mark